jckelly

Is there a formal night on a 5 night on the Majesty? I can't really find clear info on this & don't want to pack anything not essential. Thanks!

Does anyone know if there is a hair dryer on the Sunshine in cabins?

We are on this cruise & I'd also love to know!

BTW, We will be checking our luggage with porters not carrying on. So I wasn't sure if there were any restrictions for this.

Has anyone ever had an issue with their luggage being too large? We are a family of 5 with 3 young kids so we are trying to take 2 large suitcases with all of our stuff so that my husband and I can be the only one obligated to pull it around.

I searched Carnival's FAQ and it says "Guests are encouraged to limit their checked luggage to two suitcases per person, with each suitcase not to weigh more than 50 pounds (22.68 Kilograms) and not exceed 16"H x 24"W" but I'm not so sure our luggage will be less than 50lbs. and I'm not so sure with how it's stuffed it will meet the 16" height. It says "encouraged" not required. So I wasn't sure if this would be an issue?!

I'm going to say take it! That is because while we were in Alaska we were hiking & went out on a pier that overlooked a beautiful area of water & landscape. I looked back & a bear had us trapped on the pier. I was only 12-13 at the time & I freaked. Thankfully we had brought said "bear spray" along & my dad sprayed it & deterred the bear so we could all walk off! It in fact worked & it seemed silly until we needed it!

This is so common that I wouldn't give it a 2nd thought. Enjoy your time onboard.

Oh how I wish this was the case. I've been asked for "proof" he was mine when I granted permission to get a sample of spicy cheese at our local Costco ;)

I agree with gtalum - as long as you have all the required documents, Carnival doesn't care. Same with security in Nassau - they just want to make sure you belong on the ship. There isn't really any security on HMC since it is a private island. They just scan your Sign and Sail card as you get on and off the ship.

 

Some passengers might look just out of curiosity (or because your kids really are cute :)). But a cruise ship is just a big mix of people you'd meet anywhere. You'll see all sizes, all ages, all family configurations.

 

FYI - it's better to say "locals", not "natives". ;)

Thanks for the heads up. I will make sure to say "locals". :)

Thanks everyone! Again I'm not worried about other passengers. We are used to stares & comments (both polite & rude). I just wanted to make sure there were no issues with security or customs, etc. Thanks again. We're excited the adoption is now final & we can take them on one of our favorite vacations :-)

Then you shouldn't have any problems. The natives only notice your "green". The other passengers are most likely to comment on the children's behavior and your response to their behavior. There is always other families with members of all hues especially out of the Florida ports.

Oh I'm used to comments from others. Usually about my daughter's hair (big & super curly) or how we "have our hands full" since we have a 2, 3, and 6 year old. They'll comment on their (good) behavior and usually say something about how cute they are since we notice they've been staring ;-) I get it, we stand out, so we are used to people looking or commenting. Just wanted to make sure there is no additional paperwork or hassle getting on & off and in ports. Thanks!

Where they all US adoptions? There are additional documentations for foreign adoptions.

Domestic Foster Care Adoptions.

We are an interracial family- my husband and I are white & adopted 3 AA siblings. This will be our first time cruising with our children. We live in a diverse area & still get some stares. SO, I was wondering if there were any other interracial families that have cruised and if you had anything to share about your experience with getting through security, natives feelings/treatment towards your family etc. We will be cruising in 16 days on the Fascination into Nassau & HMC. We have their birth certificates with our names as parents & I'm bringing a copy of their adoption decree just in case. I'm used to stares & questions however would like to be prepared to avoid any issues we can with documentation or if there will be any issues with security or in the Bahamas. Thanks!

We are an interracial family- my husband and I are white & adopted 3 AA siblings. This will be our first time cruising with our children. I know this may seem like a crazy question to some of you but we live in a diverse area & still get some stares. SO, I was wondering if there were any other interracial families that have cruised and if you had anything to share about your experience with getting through security, natives feelings/treatment towards your family etc. We will be cruising into Nassau & HMC. Thanks!

Does anyone have a recent copy of the Fun Times for the Fascination? We sail in May with our kids for the first time & I was hoping to get an idea of the days activities! Thanks!:)